Throughout the United States, fatal bicycle injuries are much more common than most people assume. According to statistics compiled by the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center, 783 bicyclists were fatally injured in 2017 after being struck by motor vehicles. Due to the limited protection that cyclists have, injuries suffered in collisions with automobiles can be… Continue reading HOW TO AVOID DANGEROUS BICYCLE ACCIDENTS
When a person suffers a significant burn injury, it can lead to chronic pain, disfigurement, and permanent disability. According to the American Burn Association (ABA), every year, an average of 121,000 Americans suffer burn injuries that require emergency room visits. The average number of fire-related fatalities in the United States is approximately 3,275. If you or… Continue reading 3 COMMON CAUSES OF SERIOUS BURN INJURIES
When a car accident occurs, everyone involved is likely to experience financial damages, even if they do not suffer serious injuries. Victims may be unsure about their options for recovering compensation for these damages, but typically, the driver who was at fault will be liable for property damages and medical treatment. However, in some cases, another party… Continue reading WHEN IS A THIRD PARTY LIABLE FOR A CAR ACCIDENT CAUSED BY AN UNSAFE DRIVER?
Statistics show that more people are living longer these days, and as a result, many elderly people have to go to nursing homes after an extended illness or to rehab an injury. Often, an older person may live the rest of his or her life in a nursing home, depending on a family’s situation, finances,… Continue reading WHAT IF MY LOVED ONE IS HURT BY NURSING HOME ABUSE OR NEGLECT?
For the past several years, the popularity of e-cigarettes has been on the rise, and “vaping” has been marketed as a safe alternative to traditional cigarettes. However, more and more information is coming out about the health hazards associated with vaping. First, it was the numerous instances of vape devices and e-cigarettes exploding or catching on… Continue reading OUTBREAK OF LUNG DISEASE REPORTED FOR USERS OF E-CIGARETTES
The health risks associated with smoking cigarettes are well-known, and in recent years, many people have switched to using e-cigarettes, which have been promoted as a safer option. However, recent events have shown that “vaping” may also be hazardous to one’s health. People across the United States have begun experiencing lung disease after using e-cigarettes, and… Continue reading WHAT IS CAUSING LUNG INJURIES FOR E-CIGARETTE USERS?
Recently, people across the United States have begun experiencing serious lung injuries after using e-cigarettes. As of October 1, 2019, there have been more than 1,000 cases of lung disease reported, and at least 18 people have died. Officials have been investigating this outbreak, but the specific cause of these lung injuries has not yet been… Continue reading LUNG INJURIES FROM VAPING FOUND TO BE SIMILAR TO CHEMICAL BURNS
Dogs can be wonderful companions. However, before anyone gets a dog, they should fully understand the liability risks dogs present and get adequate amounts of insurance as well. This is because a dog bite or attack can result in severe, permanent, and life-threatening injuries to victims. This was illustrated recently in an incident that took place in… Continue reading WHEN IS AN ANIMAL’S OWNER LIABLE FOR DOG BITE INJURIES IN ILLINOIS?
Over the past decade, electronic cigarettes (also known as e-cigarettes or vape pens) have exploded in popularity. One of the primary reasons the use of these devices has increased is because they have been marketed as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes. However, new research has called the safety of e-cigarettes into question, and in… Continue reading E-Cigarettes May Cause Cancer as Well as Lung Disease
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